Citrus Sour Cream Pie Recipe

Country Woman MagazineA microwave makes preparing this tangy cream pie super easy. The refreshing bursts of citrus put sunshine into every bite.

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• 2/3 cup sugar
• 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
• 2 egg yolks, beaten
• 3/4 cup orange juice
• 2/3 cup 2% milk
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice

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• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 graham cracker crust (9 in.)
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 Tbsp. confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
• Grated orange peel

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[step-item number=”1″ image_url=”” title=”” ]In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch. In a small bowl, combine the egg yolks, orange juice, milk and lemon juice; stir into the sugar mixture until smooth.[/step-item]

[step-item number=”2″ image_url=”” title=”” ]Microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or just until mixture reaches 160°, stirring every minute. Cool to room temperature; press plastic wrap onto surface of custard. Refrigerate until chilled.[/step-item]

[step-item number=”3″ image_url=”” title=”” ]Fold in sour cream; pour filling into crust. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.[/step-item]
[step-item number=”4″ image_url=”” title=”” ]Just before serving, in a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over pie. Sprinkle with orange peel; top with fruit if desired.[/step-item]

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Originally Published in Reader's Digest